WritingwithRognlie - Hero Week 5

Week 5: Presenting Your Hero's Journey

1) Identify Successful Presentation Techniques

First: Here's a look at the top ten things NOT to do during a speech. Enjoy and Learn!
Next: Compare the video DON'Ts with these effective public speaking guidelines:
Effective Public Speaking.doc
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2) Create a Speech Notecard:

Your notecard should be an assistant...not a crutch.
Use simple, short words and phrase to introduce your hero, outline their background, and present qualities.
Include reminders of the key events and experiences you want to share about your hero's life.
See the Mentor Text Notecard:

3) Practice Your Speech:

Hero Speech Rubric.doc

Practice and polish your presentation to the class.
Use your laptop cameras and CHEESE to assess yourself for preparedness, eye contact, posture, distracting movements, and time BEFORE presenting to the class.

Consider your next steps as you move along your own hero's trail...and respond with your thoughts to the discussion forum. (coming in January, 2011)